Remodeler Stories

This week we sit with Todd Schulte of Schulte Design Build! Tood is an award-winning design-build residential remodeling contractor based in Seattle, Washington. He has provided the highest quality residential renovation and construction services to the Seattle area for over 18 years. Todd brings more than 32 years of experience to every project and his crew of professional craftspeople take pride in creating spaces that turn client's visions into reality. Start listening to Todd’s story now!

This week we sit with Stephan Sardone, co-owner of Sardone McLain, a remodeling firm based in Dallas, Texas. When you meet Stephan, you will immediately know he loves to learn about everything: new ways to build something, features, and amenities in bathrooms, how to run a more earth-conscious business, and where to get the best taco in East and South Dallas. His love for learning is born from Stephan’s desire to bring the best to his homeowners; for each person, the best looks different–a fact he loves. Start listening to Stephan’s story now!

This week we sit with Cobus Breytenbach, owner of 33 North Homes and Construction, a family-owned and operated business founded in 2018. Cobus is an experienced remodeler serving as a general contractor in the North Georgia area. He brings more than 15 years of experience in construction and remodeling to the table and a great passion for all things beautiful. Start listening to Cobus’s story now!

We’ve invited some friends from the north for this week’s episode. Welcome Steve Barkhouse, owner of Amsted Design-Build. Amsted is a residential, full-service, design-build company based in Ontario, Canada. Steve started the company in 1989 and it has grown to over 60 employees. He identified a need for a company that addressed an increasingly dissatisfied consumer by providing reliable, knowledgeable, consistent, high-quality workmanship and great value. Start listening to Steve’s story now!

This week’s guests take the phrase “his and hers” to a whole other level. Alison and Craig, husband and wife duo, are the owners of Alamr Building and Remodeling Co. Allison joined Almar’s team full-time in 2002 after graduating from West Virginia Wesleyan College. As CEO, Allison oversees the team as a whole. Originally from West Virginia, Craig joined the Almar Team in 2004 as a carpenter. He then moved into project management and currently leads Almar's project development team. Together they’ve helped Almar continue their journey for over 60 years. Start listening to Alison and Craig’s story now!

Get ready for a great conversation about family dynamics, construction business evolutions, and big future shifts. We sit with Chad and Diane Hatfield of Alair Homes out of Plano, Texas. Chad has always had a passion for building, and more importantly a passion for people and creating a better environment for those he meets. Chad has been active in the remodeling and construction industry since 2000. Diane never dreamed that one day she would be in the remodeling industry. Fast forward to today, Diane’s passion for business and service has propelled her and her husband, Chad. Start listening to Chad and Diane’s story now!

From selling lemonade at 12 years old to running a 26-employee design-build remodeling company, this week’s guest is no stranger to the entrepreneurial life. Ken Combs is the president and CEO of CQC Home in Durham, North Carolina where he was born and raised. Ken is committed to this diverse city. Its warm and generous people and a wide range of activities and opportunities it offers. He feels the commitment to give back to Durham and will continue to sponsor activities here that benefit the community. Start listening to Ken’s story now!

While most 16-year-old boys were playing sports, driving around town or busy being a typical teenager, Gary was busy being… different. This week we welcome Gary Knowles to the show! Gary is the owner and namesake of GJK Remodeling and brings over 25 years of experience in the residential remodeling and building field. He discovered his love for drawing home designs and renovation plans early on and has worked for builders, drawing by hand some pretty amazing designs. He believes the most rewarding aspect of home remodeling is being able to change his clients' lives. Start listening to Gary’s story now!

This week we welcome Samantha Grose to the show! Samantha is the principal designer & owner of Oak & Arrow Homes. With a degree in architecture, she takes a unique approach to design. She creates casually sophisticated spaces, timeless in design, where you and your family live comfortably. She is deeply committed to a creative approach, giving you highly functional spaces with an aesthetic appeal for everyday living. Start listening to Samantha’s story now!

We’re going north this week to welcome our Candian guest! Tom Cumming is the owner and founder of SevernWoods Fine Homes, a renovations and custom home-building company from Toronto. Tom is a professional engineer turned builder. A graduate of Queen’s University in Mechanical Engineering, in the mid-2000s he combined his appreciation of great architecture and passion for craftsmanship with his background in engineering to start SevernWoods Fine Homes. Start listening to Tom’s story now!